A triple gold, full size TAG Heuer 3000 model with matte black bezel.  Model reference 937.406

HOW DO WE DATE THIS WATCH?

The 3000 series was launched in 1984, and the earlier models just have Heuer on the dial.  In the final years of production, 1989 and 1990, the TAG Heuer logo was in colour on the dial and the 3000 name was dropped from the dial too.  The movement in this watch has a production stamp of 1.88, so from that combined with the previous information we can be pretty confident this was made in 1988.

CONDITION

The 3000 is a model many collectors haven’t so much forget, but never heard of in the first place.  Most will know the 1000 series, which were the cheapest (but still above the Formula 1 range), some will remember the 1500, and lots will remember the 2000, 4000 and 6000 ranges.  But quite why the 3000 didn’t be the success Heuer and later TAG Heuer thought it could be is a mystery.  The movement is the same as found in the other models, an ETA 955.114 quartz, and details such as being waterproof to 200m, moveable bezel, lumed Mercedes hands are also shared with other models.  Unlike the 2000 range, the bracelet on this watch is solid link rather than folded, and the original clasp and divers extension is still fitted.  We will install a brand new battery before sending the watch out to the new owner.  The bracelet has been shortened in the past, but our sister website, SpareLinks.com, may have extra links if required.  As this watch has standard lugs a leather strap could be used instead, which would also tone down the triple gold look.  The gold plating is worn in places but is far better than most – this is the nicest one we have seen in fact.  The plating is pitted on the rear, but this is not visible when the watch is being worn.  This is the largest size the 3000 came in – at this time TAG Heuer used to include the crown in their quoted case widths.

This watch will be supplied with our branded presentation box and our Certificate of Authenticity.

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​SIZE

Width with crown  41.9 mm

Width without crown  38.2 mm

Between lugs  20 mm

Lug to lug length  43.5 mm

Case Thickness  9.1 mm

Bracelet will fit a maximum wrist size of 179 mm, or with the divers flip lock bracelet extender open this can go to 208mm.  The bracelet can be sized for you if you give us your wrist size when placing the order.

All sizes are approximate.

Included with this watch is a 3 month guarantee and free delivery to UK addresses.  If you live outside the UK we can still deliver to most countries.  Please see our Worldwide Shipping information, or Contact Us.   Payment can be made by most credit or debit cards, bank transfer or PayPal.

From 1st September 2021 we will be planting a tree for every watch we sell, working with the International Tree Foundation (Est 1922) to make this business positive on carbon.  By buying anything pre owned you are effectively reusing what already exists, but this takes it further and makes us feel good.

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